With a sturdy, lightweight zig-zag sole, the new Dr. Martens myles sandal is an easy slip-on style built for all-day comfort — plus an extra-chunky platform height. Dr. Martens is the stuff of legends. It all began near Munich, Germany in 1945 when Dr. Klaus Maertens injured his foot in a skiing accident in the Bavarian Alps. To make walking easier during the healing process, he designed a shoe with an air-cushioned sole. Using old rubber tires, he constructed soles that had air trapped within closed compartments. He showed his prototype to his engineer/inventor friend, Dr. Herbert Funck, and together they decided to develop and produce the shoes. Not only did the shoe solve the doctor's immediate problem, but it also started to sell well in Germany. By 1959 the two decided that they needed a company to produce and distribute the shoes, then called Dr. Maertens, in other parts of the world. At first, many manufacturers rejected the concept of an air cushioned sole as a short-lived gimmick. However, the R. Griggs Group, located in the village of Wollaston in England, decided to go along with the idea by creating the first work boot with the revolutionary sole. On the first of April 1960, the first cherry red eight-eyelet work boot was produced and named 1460. To sell the brand name better in England, the name was anglicized to Dr. Martens. The range was branded AirWair and the rest is history.
E**E
If between sizes go up
They are really nice and comfy. I’m usually 8.5 and when I ordered an 8, it was small. So then I got a 9 and they fit perfect. So if you are in between sizes go up.
D**H
Comfy and cute !
Why did you pick this product vs others?:These are so comfy!! I was nervous with them being doc martens but seriously so good! I’ve gotten multiple compliments too (-:
L**F
Love
Love them!
K**S
Beautiful but not so comfy
Beautiful sandal hands down. I always wear size 6 in docs, and this fits well. Straps adjustable to my liking. Seemed durable. It's not for long walk though. Honestly bought docs for looks and durability, not comfort. This is not the most comfortable sandal to wear, but should serve you well if you mostly stand, drive car, or just take short distance walk.
A**R
Comfy cute at summer sandal
Perfect alt summer sandal. I’m 5’7 and the height it gives me is not too much !! They’re also lowkey comfortable
A**Y
In love with these
First pair of these I’ve ever owned and I love them! They’re fit good, the don’t weigh as much as the boots so they’re easy to Walk in! The straps are great and they’re super durable!
L**A
Good quality but not for me
I have a couple of Dr Martens from solid shop and this is the first time I want a sandal. Consistent quality with my other pairs. However, the design is for Egyptian feet not for my square shape. So even I am a standard US7 size. This is actually a little shorter and there is no half size option. Though they are not heavy as Martens boots, it’s not light for walking around. And the side of the strap is stiff, reducing comfort. So I returned. Overall, if you have Egyptian feet and get used to sandal with some weight, this could be a good choice.
K**N
Comfy and versatile.
Love these shoes! Dress them up or down, they are so versatile!
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